Paddle Antrim Festival 2026 – Elk Rapids, MI 2026
Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Elk Rapids, MI
Venue
Chain of Lakes Water Trail
Start Time
9:15 AM
Entry Fee
$100.00 – $250.00
Events
Ellsworth-to-Central Lake Relaxed Paddle – 7 miles, 3.5 hours, Ellsworth-to-Bellaire Challenge Paddle - 15 miles, 6.5 hours, Bellaire-to-Dockside Morning Paddle - 9 Miles, 4.5 hours, Bellaire-to-Torch River Challenge Paddle - 17 miles, 7 hours, Bellaire-to-Elk Rapids Advanced Expedition- 27 miles, 9 hours, Two-Day Recreational Challenge - 16 miles - Beginner
Includes
T-Shirt
Join us for the Paddle Antrim Festival, Friday, September 18 - Sunday, September 20, 2026. The Paddle Antrim Festival celebrates the amazing waterways and communities of Northern Michigan. The Festival, always the second weekend after Labor Day, includes a two-day paddle event through the Chain of Lakes Water Trail. Paddle one day or two days and choose the distance that is best for your paddling ability and desired distance/time on the water. NEW this year! Please note that the Festival is taking place Friday - Sunday (instead of Thursday - Saturday). Tandem paddlers please note: each individual participant must complete their own registration. Registration Includes the Following: Shuttle service (for people not boats - see more information on shuttles below) A great time both on and off the water! Paddle Antrim Festival t-shirt Festival Sticker Boat Number Waterproof course map Motorized boats outlining the route Paid security to watch boats overnight Restrooms at each launch and che
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